The Governors are seeking to appoint two outstanding Teaching Assistants for the early years team at Dallam Primary School. The successful candidates will work alongside the existing team to support our children, helping them access learning, develop independence and make strong progress. Postholders will support early years classroom learning, behaviour and inclusion, working under the direction of teachers and senior staff to help every pupil access the curriculum.
What you'll be doing
- Support individuals and small groups in early years lessons, following teacher plans and adapting approaches to meet pupils' needs and learning styles.
- Contribute to observations and assessments of children’s learning, recording progress as requested by the class teacher.
- Adjust activities for the pupils you are working with to support individual needs and different learning styles.
- Supervise pupils during class activities and ensure their safety, participation and wellbeing.
- Use agreed strategies to promote positive behaviour and independence; respond promptly to minor incidents in line with school policy.
- Communicate effectively with children, parents and other staff to support learning and progress.
- Prepare and maintain classroom resources, support the use of ICT in learning activities and provide basic clerical support (photocopying, filing, displays) when required.
- Support pupils on visits and during out-of-class activities as needed.
What we're looking for
Essential
- NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in supporting teaching and learning.
- Minimum 2 years' experience working with children in the early years or primary age range.
- Ability to work collaboratively with other staff and understand classroom roles and responsibilities.
- Ability to contribute to observations and assessments of children’s learning and to adjust activities to meet individual needs.
- Ability to build positive working relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues and to promote inclusion and equal access to learning.
- A positive approach to managing children’s behaviour and promoting independence.
- Good literacy and numeracy skills.
- Willingness to participate in required training and to undertake paediatric first aid if asked.
Desirable
- Experience of working with children with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) would be an advantage.
- Training or experience in special educational needs strategies and supporting specific learning programmes.
- Experience of preparing resources and using ICT to support learning and basic office equipment.
About the team
You will be part of the early years classroom team at Dallam Primary School, reporting to the headteacher and working closely with class teachers and senior staff. The role expects close cooperation with colleagues to promote pupils' learning, behaviour and wellbeing.
What we offer
- The opportunity to work in a welcoming school with hard-working, supportive staff.
- Motivated children who are keen to learn and supportive parents and governors.
- Opportunities to take part in training and professional development relevant to the role.
- Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme / Teachers’ Pension Scheme.
- An Occupational Sick Pay Scheme (entitlements based on service).
- Access to TCAT+ our Reward & Wellbeing platform, including retailer discounts, a car lease scheme, discounted healthcare cash plan, cycle to work scheme and online resources to support physical, emotional, professional, financial and social wellbeing.
- Access to a comprehensive CPD framework through ‘Education Connect’ and online resources from the National College.
Dallam is a proud member of the Challenge Academy Trust (TCAT), sharing its mission to ‘serve, challenge and empower the educational community.’ At TCAT we are building a culture that champions better work and working lives across the Trust and a framework to support and develop our workforce from ‘hire to retire’. We are committed to a fair and reasonable workload, an environment where staff health and wellbeing are actively supported, and structured personal and professional development.
Dallam Primary School provides teaching and support across the primary age range and this role will focus on early years provision. This role contributes directly to pupils' access to learning and the school's inclusive ethos.
Dallam Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references, qualifications and experience checks, medical clearance, enhanced DBS checks, social media checks, and documentary evidence showing your entitlement to work in the UK.
For details of how to apply and to view the job description and person specification, please visit the school website https://mynewterm.com/jobs/150824/EDV-2026-DCPS-31443
Safeguarding Statement
Dallam Community Primary School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Dallam Community Primary School ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.
Closing date: Midday Friday 4 September 2026
Start Date: as soon as possible
Salary: £19,334.00 - £22,711.00 Annually (Actual)
TCAT Grade 4 SCP 6-7 £25,989 to £26,403 actual salary dependent on number of hours worked
Contract Type: Permanent and fixed term
Contact Term: Full time
